Description
Enjoy a delightful family dinner with Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli, a quick and healthy recipe that brings together juicy chicken and vibrant broccoli in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only packed with lean protein but also offers a burst of flavor thanks to simple seasonings like garlic and paprika. The air fryer method ensures crispy chicken bites while keeping cleanup to a minimum. Whether served over rice, wrapped in tortillas, or paired with your favorite dipping sauces, this meal is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place seasoned chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- After 10 minutes, add broccoli florets to the basket with the chicken and continue cooking for another 10 minutes or until both are cooked through and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg